LOS ANGELES AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE EMPOWERS CALIFORNIA EXPORTERS WITH SMART ONLINE EXPORT CERTIFICATE PROCESSING SOLUTION TO AID REMOTE WORKING

by L.A. Area Chamber

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LOS ANGELES AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE EMPOWERS CALIFORNIA EXPORTERS WITH SMART ONLINE EXPORT CERTIFICATE PROCESSING SOLUTION TO AID REMOTE WORKING

California, June 2020 - As local economies come to terms with the challenges of operating amid a pandemic, many businesses are struggling to adjust to long-term remote working. In this new way of doing business, cutting-edge technology solutions are playing a key role. Fortunately for the trade and logistics sector, the Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce is empowering exporters with SWIFTDOX, a revolutionary online solution for companies to process export certificates remotely with expedited processing times.

For over 130 years, the L.A. Area Chamber has served the needs of business through its programs and advocacy initiatives. “We are providing California businesses an online solution that enables users to process export certificates at the convenience of their homes, allowing businesses to continue exporting competitively, while minimizing physical contact during these challenging times,” says Maria S. Salinas, President & CEO, Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce.

SWIFTDOX, is a solution for exporters to centralize and expedite what would otherwise be a lengthy and cumbersome export documentation processes. For companies to ship goods internationally, they must process multiple certificates with federal entities such as U.S. Customs, FDA, USDA, state agencies and also government certifications from the countries of destination. Southern California is one of the top export regions in the U.S., and if you work in export, you might have heard terms such as Export Certificate, Certificate of Free Sale, Good Manufacturing Certificate, Good Standing Certificate or a Certificate of Origin. Currently, companies mail the documents back and forth between different domestic and foreign agencies with unknown timelines, a time-consuming and unpredictable process sometimes taking weeks or even months.

The Game Changer
During the Pandemic, the L.A. Area Chamber has continuously helped California companies issue export certificates via the SWIFTDOX online platform. How? By allowing exporters to, not only to process their export certificates remotely, but to cut processing times as much as 25 percent of the traditional time - as fast as two days.

SWIFTDOX offers a comprehensive online solution capable of processing multiple export certificates at the same time while also completing the legal appostille (certification) for all countries - remotely and from any location. Users can manage their certifications/apostilles simultaneously without having to worry about regulation. The platform manages domestic and international regulatory requirements and keeps a record of approved and denied export certificate transactions for 5 years. Currently export certificates can be issued in English and Spanish (with plans for more languages in the future.) Whether a user is expediting an online certificate of origin, an online certificate of free sale, or an online certificate of good manufacturing practice, SWIFTDOX’s comprehensive solution provides users with a fast and predictable timeline for the certificates to be processed, allowing them to plan their shipments accordingly.

How do I sign up?

Exporters can sign up on SWIFTDOX by visiting the L.A. Area Chamber website. SWIFTDOX is a resource the Chamber brings to the export community in partnership with Fast Track Global Services. For more information visit lachamber.com/exportdocs and swiftdox.com.

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About Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce
The Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce represents the interests of businesses in the Los
Angeles region. The Chamber’s mission is to design, advance opportunities and solutions for a
thriving regional economy that is inclusive and globally competitive. Founded in 1888, the
Chamber is the oldest and largest business association in the region. Its member companies
work together to promote a prosperous economy and quality of life in the Los Angeles region.
For more information, visit www.lachamber.com.

About Fast Track Global Services
Fast Track Global Services is an industry leader supporting U.S. Export businesses with fast
and accurate Global Export document authentication and processes. Their specialties include
document legalization, regulatory documentation, overseas product registration, product
registration, international product registration, export documents, and international documents
among others. For more information please visit: ftgs.us.